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IGT Introduces Localized Games and Jackpot Links at Australasian Gaming Expo 2024

International Game Technology PLC announced that it will present a compelling portfolio of localized games and systems solutions at the Australasian Gaming Expo (“AGE”) 2024, Aug. 13-15 in Sydney. The three-day event is hailed as the region’s largest gaming trade show and presents an important opportunity for IGT to showcase the strength and diversity of its localized games and systems portfolio.
“IGT looks forward to welcoming our customers to the Australasian Gaming Expo 2024 and presenting our newest portfolio of regionally attuned content and systems innovations,” said Dallas Orchard, IGT SVP and Chief Operating Officer, APAC. “IGT’s AGE 2024 portfolio is designed to capture regional growth opportunities through new games such as Extra Extra Chance, localized versions of global sensations such as Mystery of the Lamp, and next-generation titles such as Pot of Gold Cash Pot. We will also leverage AGE to demonstrate how IGT ADVANTAGE CLUB and our cashless gaming technologies are readily driving modernization in the region and beyond.”
With an assortment of standalone and link games that feature a range of volatilities, IGT’s AGE portfolio in stand 590 will highlight products such as:
- Extra Extra Chance™ – this new link and standalone progressive series gives an extra boost of fun to IGT’s proven and popular Extra Chance mechanic via the opportunity to win additional credit prizes, multipliers, and bonuses. This link is compatible with ‘O’ Link and features nostalgic IGT titles such as Blue Moon® II and Money Beans®.
- Eternal Riches™ – this dynamic link and standalone progressive series features popular Hold ‘N’ Spin mechanics with the addition of a super symbol for additional chances to win.
- Fire Dragon® – this sizzling link and standalone progressive series offers a familiar Hold ‘N’ Spin gameplay experience with a new compelling mechanic on the center reel that fires up gameplay opportunities
- Mystery of the Lamp™ – this award-winning global performer has been tailored to the Australian market, offering a dynamic player experience powered by the proven Lock and Respin bonus, gorgeous graphics and more.
- Pot of Gold™ Cash Pot – this game is an evolution of IGT’s successful standalone performer, Pot of Gold, and offers an enhanced Hold ‘N’ Spin bonus feature for a new spin on a proven gameplay mechanic.
IGT will also highlight the many benefits of its IGT ADVANTAGE CLUB® system solution and demonstrate how it can enable regional operators to become more agile and boost player loyalty. Celebrating the 10-year anniversary of its Service Window systems technology, IGT will showcase how the solution can enhance cashless gaming, systems-based jackpots, gaming floor performance, and customer satisfaction. IGT will also spotlight the capabilities of its cardless and cashless gaming solutions and demonstrate how these technologies can meet players’ needs for digital solutions while also delivering a range of operator benefits.
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Conferences in Europe
EGT Digital to present its brand-new products designed to perform at iGB Live 2025

This year’s iGB Live is the next destination where EGT Digital will present a selection of impressive new releases, product upgrades and popular bestsellers from its portfolio. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore the company’s latest innovations at stand N50.
Part of the exciting new lineup is the upcoming slot Power & Glory: Athena, which will be launched as part of the popular Clover Chance jackpot series. The game invites players to challenge the Greek goddess in exchange for a rich mix of cascading wins and dynamic bonus features.
Together with it, guests can explore EGT Digital’s extensive portfolio of over 140 in-house developed casino titles, covering a wide variety of themes and mechanics. On display will be also the company’s standout jackpot solutions Bell Link, High Cash, Single Progressive Jackpot, and the latest Gods & Kings Link.
EGT Digital’s iGaming platform X-Nave will demonstrate how its modular architecture helps operators build and grow successful online businesses. Its 4 main modules – Sport Product, Gaming Aggregator, CRM Engine, and Payment Gateway, can be used as part of the complete solution or integrated individually into third-party platforms. Each module has been upgraded with new functionalities, which will be showcased at iGB Live 2025.
New features are coming to the Sport Product module, bringing a more dynamic and personalized betting experience. Among the highlights is the Early Payout option for live events, giving players the chance to lock in a win as soon as their team takes a 2-goal lead. The updated eSports menu introduces a new visually engaging layout that makes browsing and navigation effortless. To further tailor the experience, the new Sports Recommendation Engine delivers real-time, personalized suggestions based on individual betting history and behavior. A predefined multiple bets container now appears in the Sports lobby, displaying both original and boosted odds. With the enhanced Quick Deposit feature, players can top up their accounts instantly while staying within their financial limits.
X-Nave’s Gaming Aggregator will present its expanded game library, which now includes more than 24,000 titles from over 150 providers. Attendees will get acquainted with the Client Hub, which offers easy access to game resources and features, jackpots, documentation, and certificates. In addition, now operators will be able to manage bonuses through the Aggregator, thanks to the module’s built-in bonus support.
The Payment Gateway will introduce several important upgrades designed to improve flexibility and player convenience. One of the latest additions is the Stacking Deposits feature, which allows multiple consecutive deposits to be combined toward activating a bonus. The PIX method now enables players to make deposits straight from the game window, while the Quick Deposit functionality continues to support fast and seamless top-ups. The platform users will also have at their disposal Google Pay as a deposit option and Apple Pay as a withdrawal option. Fully automated deposits and withdrawals via bank transfer will be also available.
Last but not least, the Standalone payment gateway will be presented too. This is a new separate product, which includes all features of the Payment Gateway: transaction monitoring, rule engine, integrations with payment methods, and allows integration with X-Nave and platforms of other providers.
Tsvetomira Drumeva, Head of Sales at EGT Digital, commented: “I always look forward to iGB Live, as this event traditionally provides us with the chance to showcase our innovative solutions to a wide range of professionals from all over the world and to strengthen our existing partnerships, as well as start new high-potential collaborations. This year, my excitement is even greater as the show will be held in a new place – London, which has already established itself over the years as a preferred location for holding large-scale gaming exhibitions. I am confident that our participation in iGB Live 2025 will be a great success, meeting and even exceeding our expectations.”
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Compliance Updates
iGaming Trends 2025: First Half-Year Regulations Recap

SOFTSWISS, a global tech provider of iGaming software solutions, releases a fresh regulatory update as part of its renowned iGaming Trends 2025 report. With regulation remaining one of the industry’s most pressing topics, the company highlights the latest developments from key markets worldwide.
The full recap is divided by countries, covering 24 jurisdictions in total. Below is a condensed selection of insights into the iGaming regulatory landscape by region – the complete breakdown is available for free in the full report.
Europe
- The UK rolled out stake limits for slots, deposit prompts, bonus restrictions, and a new statutory levy. Tighter oversight of suppliers and affordability checks are also underway.
- The Netherlands proposed universal spending limits, stricter ad rules, and gave regulators powers to block unlicensed operators.
- Germany approved a state monopoly model for online table games in Baden-Württemberg, applying a progressive tax.
- Curacao now shifts toward an EU-aligned, reputation-focused framework, operating under a revamped regime with on-site inspections, ad code updates, and mandatory compliance standards.
- Malta faces EU infringement proceedings over a legal shield that protects Malta-licensed online operators from foreign claims, which could be overturned.
Asia-Pacific
- The Philippines exited the offshore gaming model with a POGO ban and introduced domestic reforms, including a GGR tax cut and the launch of a verified list of licensed online operators
- India awaits a Supreme Court ruling on €11.5B in back taxes and is cracking down on illegal gambling ads.
Middle East
- UAE signals future digital expansion with iGaming-related hiring, although online licences are not yet issued.
Africa
- Nigeria restructured gambling taxes and banned Google gambling ads, shifting regulation to states.
- South Africa introduced a Remote Gambling Bill to establish a regulated online gambling framework, which is now pending approval.
South America
- Brazil is raising its gross gaming revenue (GGR) tax to 18%, expanding betting regulations, tightening oversight of advertising and payment systems, and introducing new restrictions on influencer marketing, including a ban on the use of celebrities and athletes in gambling promotions.
- Peru reduced its iGaming tax temporarily and expanded IP-blocking measures.
North America
- The USA (New York) moved to ban sweepstakes casinos and passed legislation targeting social gambling models.
SOFTSWISS continues to monitor the global regulatory environment to guide its partners through compliance shifts and regional opportunities.
About SOFTSWISS
SOFTSWISS is an international technology company with over 15 years of experience developing innovative solutions for the iGaming industry. SOFTSWISS holds a number of gaming licences and provides comprehensive software for managing iGaming projects. The company’s product portfolio includes the Online Casino Platform, the Game Aggregator with over 30,000 casino games, the Affilka Affiliate Platform, the Sportsbook Software and the Jackpot Aggregator. In 2013, SOFTSWISS revolutionised the industry by introducing the world’s first Bitcoin-optimised online casino solution. The expert team counts over 2,000 employees.
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Brightstar
Brightstar Capital Partners Completes Acquisition of PlayAGS for Approximately $1.1 Billion Dollars

Brightstar Capital Partners (“Brightstar”), a private equity firm focused on investing in business services, industrials, consumer, and government services and technology companies, announced the closing of its acquisition of PlayAGS, Inc., a global full-service gaming supplier of high-performing slot, table, and interactive products. The transaction was first announced on May 9, 2024.
The closing follows approval of the transaction by AGS stockholders and the receipt of all required regulatory approvals. Under the terms of the agreement, AGS stockholders will receive $12.50 per share in cash, valuing the transaction at approximately $1.1 billion. As a result, AGS is now a privately held company, and its common stock will be delisted from the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE).
The acquisition comes amid strong growth momentum for AGS. Over the past three years, the Company has more than doubled its global slot unit sales to over 6,100 units, grown online real-money gaming content revenue by over 150%, and increased Table Products revenue by more than 50%—collectively driving three consecutive years of record revenue performance. Powered by strategic investments in R&D and a deep and diverse suite of high-performing products, AGS has become a comprehensive solutions provider across multiple product categories and has a growing global presence both in land-based and online casinos.
“We’re excited to join forces with Brightstar, a partnership that marks both a pivotal moment and a transformative new chapter in AGS’ growth story,” said David Lopez, CEO & President of AGS. “With Brightstar as a strategic partner, we believe AGS is in an ideal position to accelerate growth and double-down on delivering focused, high-impact innovation across slots, table products, and online gaming. This partnership sharpens our ability to serve casino operators with differentiated content and solutions built to give them a winning edge.”
“We are thrilled to officially welcome David and the AGS team to Brightstar,” said Andrew Weinberg, Founder, CEO & Co-Chair of Brightstar. “We believe that AGS’ full-spectrum product offering and customer-centric culture set it apart in a growing industry. Our goal is to help the Company expand into new markets and continue to use technology to create exciting games and products.”
Macquarie Capital served as financial advisor and Cooley LLP served as legal counsel to AGS. Jefferies LLC served as lead financial advisor to Brightstar. Barclays and Citizens JMP Securities also served as financial advisors to Brightstar. Kirkland & Ellis LLP and Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck served as legal counsel to Brightstar.
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